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How did the railroad system give the persident Lincoln an advantage during the civil war?
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∙ 11y ago
The North had far more failway mileage than the South. This meant they could move troops much further and quicker.
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What famous railroad system did Congress charter in 1864 during Lincoln's administration?
norfolk southern railroad
What makes he railroad Lincoln's secret weapon during the civil war?
Lincoln used the railroad as a way to transport troops, supplies, and guns/ammunition across extensive parts of the US. this gave him a significant advantage during the war because he was more efficient than the south in that he could supply the front lines quicker and transport troops faster to areas in which they were needed.
What was one advantage the north had during the war?
The north had more railroad systems, had a huge population advantage so the south was out-numbered, and they had more resources. Theres more than one to choose from for you.
Why was railroad mileage an advantage during the Civil War?
Railroads helped in the movement of supplies and troops, so if your line was cut off then it was harder to fight the war.
Who was the president during the railroad strike of 1877?
Rutherford B. Hayes was president during the Railroad Strike of 1877.
Who was the President during great railroad strike of 1877?
Rutherford B. Hayes was the president during the Great Railroad Strike.
Of what advantage was the rasilroad to the north during the civil war?
Moving men and supplies at unprecedented speed. And the South did not have a rail network to match it. The American Civil War was called the first railroad war.
What famous railroad system did congress charter during Lincolns administration?
transcontinental railroad
What places did Abraham Lincoln like.?
During the time of the trans continental railroad and his conversations with General Dodge. Lincoln loved Iowa especially Council Bluffs (across the Mo. river from Omaha, Ne.) Matter of fact and record, Abe Lincoln owned plots of land in Council Bluffs and had plans to move there after his presidency.
Which railroad did Chinese workers work for during the transcontinental railroad?
The Chinese worked mostly under the Central Pacific railroad company.
How did the railroad impact the Civil War?
supplies and soldiers were easier to move by railroad during the war
Which side during the US Civil War enjoyed the advantage of a powerful chief?
The Union - with Lincoln, the most talented President the Americans ever had. Jefferson Davis was out of his depth from the start.
